Wargame Designer
mantechQuantico (VA)
About the role
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented WARGAME DESIGNER to join our team in QUANTICO, VA.Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Create custom wargame designs that address specific objectives and research questions to inform service level decision and further development activities. Incorporate modeling and simulation tools within game design in order to continue advancing the customer towards the future wargaming concept. Develop both physical and digital products for wargames to include detailed design documents, rule sets, player guides, maps, tokens and other playing pieces to contribute toward a positive player experience and engagement. Facilitate and adjudicate wargames, ensuring they run smoothly and effectively and meet required objectives. Collaborate effectively with other wargame designers, developers as a part of a wargame design team to include the game director and lead analyst to create an environment that is conducive in achieving the analytical objectives of the game. Provide coordination assistance across various wargaming initiatives as needed to ensure customer satisfaction in every step of the planning process.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of wargame design experience. A total of 10 years’ experience without a degree. Must be familiar with a wide variety of game mechanics, adjudication methods, and game methodologies. The ability to leverage digital wargaming platforms and simulation tools. Demonstrated leadership experience with planning and accomplishing designer goals and successfully directing others in this work. Proficiency in creating, designing, and delivering professional, aesthetically appealing presentations using Microsoft products (e.g., Power Point) for diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in leveraging digital wargaming platforms and simulation tools and serving as a trusted advisor, capable of immediate contribution within these environments. Prior experience in a military or government contracting environment
Clearance Requirements: Must have a current and active TS/SCI clearance.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able and willing to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
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